Dementia care is a challenging yet deeply rewarding field. As a dementia care specialist, your day revolves around providing compassionate, individualised care to those living with various forms of dementia, whether Alzheimers, vascular dementia, or Lewy body dementia. But what does a typical day look like in this vital role? Lets take an insider look at what its like to be a dementia care specialist with CareStaff24 and why its one of the most fulfilling careers in healthcare.
Responsibilities
• Assisting with daily living activities: Helping patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and meal preparation.
• Promoting emotional well-being: Engaging patients in cognitive and social activities to stimulate their minds and maintain their spirits.
• Ensuring safety: Creating a safe and supportive environment, minimizing risks of injury.
• Providing companionship: Encouraging social interactions and communication, and supporting patients in their daily lives.
• Monitoring health: Recording changes in the patients mental and physical health, and administering medications as prescribed.
Required Skills include:
• Compassionate and patient demeanour
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of dementia and its effects on individuals
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting and transferring patients
• Excellent observational skills to notice changes in behaviour or condition.